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Aqua Boy

By Ken Wilson-Max
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Following the international bestseller, Astro Girl and Eco Girl, comes an empowering story for young children about looking after the ocean and its wildlife. Island boy Aaron loves the sea, but he’s a bit scared of going under the water. Then one day, Aaron discovers an... Read More
Format: Hardback
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Following the international bestseller, Astro Girl and Eco Girl, an empowering story for young children about looking after the ocean and its wildlife

 

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Following the international bestseller, Astro Girl and Eco Girl, comes an empowering story for young children about looking after the ocean and its wildlife.

Island boy Aaron loves the sea, but he’s a bit scared of going under the water. Then one day, Aaron discovers an octopus stranded on the beach. As he helps his dad return it to the water, something amazing happens—a moment of magic between the boy and the octopus.

Can Aaron lose his fear and go underwater? Maybe now he can help look after the sea creatures and become... Aqua Boy!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781915659224

Publisher: Otter-Barry Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 April 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Otter-Barry Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Ken Wilson-Max, award-winning author and illustrator, was born in Zimbabwe. He came to the UK to study design and then worked in children’s publishing. He has written and illustrated over 70 books, including the acclaimed Lenny preschool series, Astro Girl and Eco Girl. He spends much time visiting schools and libraries, creating workshops and delivering exhibitions. He calls this ‘a great part of my job, the place where I learn the most’. Ken lives in north London.

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